Integrated circuit components are imbedded within a laminate substrate
disposed on a thermally conductive core, which provides a thermal sink.
The circuit components are electrically connected to the integrated
circuit via flexible electrical interconnects such as flexible wire
bonds. An electrically insulating coating, is deposited upon the flexible
electrical interconnects and upon the exposed surfaces of the integrated
circuit assembly. The coating provides rigidity, an electrically
insulating barrier and a first environmental barrier for preventing
contamination of the exposed surfaces of the integrated circuit assembly.
A thermally conductive encapsulating material, such as silicon gel,
encases the circuit components and the flexible electrical interconnects
within a rigid or semi-rigid matrix. The encapsulating material provides
additional mechanical support, a second environmental and a thermal sink
for dissipation of heat.